About Bloom
Meet Dr. Mindi & the Bloom team
A locally and female owned pediatric practice built around one idea: every child deserves a dentist who gets them.
Board Certified
Pediatric Dentist
Meet Your Doctor
Dr. Mindi D'Elia
DMD, MSD, MEd · Owner & Pediatric Dentist
Originally from the Chicagoland area, Dr. Mindi has called Arizona home since 2005. She earned her Master’s in Education from ASU and began her career as a high school math and science teacher before following her passion into Pediatric Dentistry. She earned her D.M.D. at Midwestern University and completed her Pediatric Residency, and a second Master’s degree, at the prestigious University of Washington. She is Board Certified and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Mindi and her husband, Anthony, live in Queen Creek with their two Goldendoodles, Alexander Hamilton and Lenny Bruce. Outside the office, she loves musical theatre, reading, and exploring new foods as a self-proclaimed “professional foodie.”
What Families can Expect
Dr. Mindi understands how special Bloom is, and how much families have come to love and trust this practice. She brings not only clinical expertise, but a joyful, down-to-earth approach that helps kids feel safe, supported, and excited to return. Whether she’s calming nerves, sharing a laugh, or quoting a favorite Disney movie, Dr. Mindi meets every kiddo right where they are. With kindness, fun, and a genuine connection, she is honored to carry on the tradition of heartfelt, high-quality care that Bloom families know and love.
A Few of Dr. Mindi’s Favorite Things
• Activity: Musical Theatre
• Foods: Sushi & Pizza
• TV Pick: Downton Abbey
• Disney Love: The Little Mermaid
• Music Vibes: Grateful Dead & Musicals
Professional Background
Dr. Mindi combines a passion for children’s health with extensive training and professional expertise. Her background reflects a lifelong commitment to providing the very best in pediatric dental care.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Biology Arizona, State University, Tempe, AZ
Master of Education: Curriculum and Instruction, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ
Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) University of Washington, Seattle, WA
Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry University of Washington/Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle, WA
Diplomate (Board certified) American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Publication
Herzog, K, D’Elia, M, Kim, A, Slayton, R. Pilot Study of the Canary System Use in the Diagnosis of Approximal Carious Lesions in Primary Molars. 2016; 37(7). Link to Article.
Memberships/Affiliations
American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
American Dental Association
Arizona Pediatric Dental Association
Central Arizona Dental Society
Toothpillow
What We're About
Care built on three things
Gentle, kind & fun
We care for kids in a gentle, kind, and fun environment, with specialized pediatric dental training.
Options for every family
Fluoride-free options and a commitment to BPA-free, ceramic and biomimetic materials.
Locally & female owned
An independent Chandler practice — decisions made chairside, not in a boardroom.
Meet the Team
The friendly faces behind every visit
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